Manager, Technology Strategy

Tobermory; Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 143,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended benefits

Municipal Pension Plan

Professional development

Earned day off program

Job summary

City of Coquitlam is seeking a strategic leader to guide technology vision, digital transformation, and innovation across the organization. The Manager, Technology Strategy will report to the CIO and work with senior leaders to align solutions with goals.

Responsibilities include enterprise architecture, portfolio and performance management, reporting to Council, and leading cross-functional teams with strong governance. A bachelor’s degree and 8+ years IT experience required; master’s preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, business administration or public administration.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive IT experience with at least 5 years in leadership or management of enterprise IT functions.
• Strong experience in IT strategy development, governance, EA and portfolio planning.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to prepare reports for Council and executives.
• Solid understanding of digital transformation practices and emerging technologies.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership to shape the City’s long-term technology vision and innovation strategies.
• Report to the CIO and collaborate with senior leadership to align technology with organizational goals.
• Lead development and implementation of Enterprise Architecture, Portfolio Management, and Performance Management frameworks.
• Offer strategic advice and reports to Council and Executive teams.
• Direct interdisciplinary teams and ensure governance across technology planning and delivery.

Skills

IT strategy

Governance

Enterprise Architecture

Portfolio planning

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Report writing

Digital transformation

TOGAF

ITIL

PMP

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT/Business/Public Admin

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

City of Coquitlam is located at City Hall. The company is currently looking for applications for the role of Manager, Technology Strategy. We are seeking a self-disciplined individual with exceptional interpersonal skills. The chosen applicant will be required to join and begin their duties as soon as possible. The employment status for this role is regular, full-time (Exempt).

Employer Name: City of Coquitlam
Position: Manager, Technology Strategy
Salary: $142,820 to $160,654 per year (2025 rates)
Employment type: Regular Full-Time (Exempt)
Location: City Hall

• The candidate will be responsible for providing strategic leadership in shaping the City’s long-term technology vision, digital transformation initiatives, and innovation strategies.
• The candidate will report to the Chief Information Officer (CIO) and work closely with senior leadership across various departments to align technology solutions with organizational goals.
• The candidate will lead the development and implementation of Enterprise Architecture, Portfolio Management, and Performance Management frameworks.
• The candidate will provide strategic advice and recommendations to senior leadership, including preparing reports and presentations for Council and Executive teams.
• The candidate will lead interdisciplinary teams and ensure strong governance practices across technology planning and delivery.

The candidate will identify opportunities for digital innovation, modernization, and improved service delivery across the organization.

Job Requirements

• The candidate must hold a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
• The candidate must have at least 8 years of progressive experience in information technology.
• The candidate must have a minimum of 5 years of leadership or management experience overseeing enterprise-level IT functions.
• The candidate must have strong experience in IT strategy development, governance, enterprise architecture, and portfolio planning.
• The candidate must have excellent communication skills, including strong written and verbal abilities.
• The candidate must be able to prepare detailed reports and deliver presentations to Council, executives, and senior stakeholders.
• The candidate must have strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to identify risks and strategic opportunities.
• The candidate must have a solid understanding of digital transformation practices and emerging technologies.
• The candidate with a master’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or Information Technology will be preferred.
• The candidate with experience working in large, complex, multi-stakeholder organizations will be considered an asset.
• The candidate with professional certifications such as TOGAF, ITIL, CGEIT, or PMP will be preferred.

Additional information

Security and safety

• The candidate may be required to undergo and successfully pass a police information check.
• The candidate will receive a competitive annual salary based on qualifications, skills, and experience.
• The candidate will have access to a comprehensive extended benefits package.
• The candidate will be eligible for the Municipal Pension Plan.
• The candidate will have opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• The candidate may participate in a flex day or earned day off program.
• The employer promotes a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative workplace culture.